Serving 691 students in grades 9-12, Borger High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Borger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Borger High School's student population of 691 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Students will be resilient, accountable learners who make valuable contributions to improve the welfare of themselves and others.
School Rankings
Borger High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borger High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4934 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
45%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Borger Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borger High School's ranking?
Borger High School is ranked #4934 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Borger High School?
The graduation rate of Borger High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Borger High School?
691 students attend Borger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Borger High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Borger High School?
Borger High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Borger High School offer ?
Borger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Borger High School part of?
Borger High School is part of Borger Independent School District.
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